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dinoflagellates. They are a species of algae found in marine and freshwater. They are photosynthetic so they are considered ancestors to modern day plants Dinoflagelates contain bioluminescence which are responsible the ocean lighting up at night. They respond to touch so waves, people, or the wind can cause then to 'light up'. This is the same class of algae that is responsible for red tides and paralytic shellfish poisoning.
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What makes the moon to glow at night?
The moon glows at night because it reflects a lot of light from the sun making it look like it is lit up at night but it truly does not produce any of its own light.
What is the metaphor in this sentence sparkling jewels light up the night sky?
The metaphor in the sentence "sparkling jewels light up the night sky" is comparing the stars in the night sky to sparkling jewels, suggesting that they are beautiful and luminous.
Why is the moon not visible every night?
The moon's visibility depends on its position relative to the Earth and the sun. Sometimes it is on the opposite side of the Earth from the sun, making it full and visible all night. At other times, it is near the sun and invisible in the sky due to its illuminated side facing away from us.
What are Icy objects that light up the night sky?
Icy objects that light up the night sky include comets and meteors. Comets are made of ice, dust, and rocks, and produce a glowing tail of gas and dust when they approach the sun. Meteors are pieces of rock or metal that enter Earth's atmosphere, creating a bright streak of light as they burn up due to friction.
Does the moon provide heat and light at night?
The moon does not provide heat, as it reflects the sun's light rather than generating its own. The moon only provides a small amount of light compared to the sun, which is why nights are darker than days.
What makes ocean waves light up with a blue green light at night?
I believe when this happens there is phosphorus in the water, I'm not sure how it gets there though.
What is the phenomena of ocean waves lighting up at night called?
The phenomena of ocean waves lighting up at night is called bioluminescence. This occurs when certain marine organisms, such as phytoplankton or jellyfish, produce light through a chemical reaction within their bodies, creating a magical glowing effect in the water.
When was Light Up the Night created?
Light Up the Night was created in 1980.
Why are lighthouss important?
Because if you are out in the ocean, and the moon isn't out there its really dark. Same with if clouds coviring the sky it's fairly dark out in the ocean, and boat wrecks out there sometimes cause there was no light. So they put light houses up so that if it was a dark night there would be a light house to help see at night .
When was Light Up Night created?
Light Up Night was created on 1960-11-21.
When was Light Up the Night - song - created?
Light Up the Night - song - was created on 2010-11-24.
How do you hook up a night security light?
usually a "night security light" just means that the light is on a circuit that does not get switched off at night.
What makes the moon to glow at night?
The moon glows at night because it reflects a lot of light from the sun making it look like it is lit up at night but it truly does not produce any of its own light.
What is the metaphor in this sentence sparkling jewels light up the night sky?
The metaphor in the sentence "sparkling jewels light up the night sky" is comparing the stars in the night sky to sparkling jewels, suggesting that they are beautiful and luminous.
What are lanterns used for?
to light up the night
What makes up colors?
light
Is it true or false that ocean water makes up only a small part of the hydrosphere?
False, ocean water makes up 93% of the hydrosphere. Fresh water makes up 7% of the hydrosphere. The hydrosphere takes up 75% percent of the earth's surface.
